
audiobook
LIBRARY OF THE - WORLD'S BEST LITERATURE - ANCIENT AND MODERN - VOL. I.
CHARLES DUDLEY WARNER - EDITOR
PREFACE
THE ADVISORY COUNCIL
NOTE OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT
FULL-PAGE ILLUSTRATIONS
VOLUME I.
ABÉLARD - (1079--1142) - BY THOMAS DAVIDSON
EDMOND ABOUT - (1828-1885)
ACCADIAN-BABYLONIAN AND ASSYRIAN LITERATURE - BY CRAWFORD H. TOY
The collection gathers what its editors call the best of world literature, offering listeners a sweeping tour from ancient epics to modern short stories. Selections are drawn from every major tradition—Babylonian, Egyptian, Chinese, Celtic, and beyond—so the experience feels both global and intimate. Arranged alphabetically by author, the flow avoids long blocks of any single era, keeping each listening session fresh.
Each work is paired with concise scholarly essays that explain its historical background, cultural significance, and literary impact. Experts illuminate familiar legends like Arthur and the Grail as well as lesser‑known verses, giving context without overwhelming the ear. These notes turn the anthology into a guided conversation with the past.
The aim is not merely to catalog but to create an engaging companion for any hour of the day. Whether you seek entertainment, education, or a quiet moment of reflection, the variety of genres and periods offers something that fits the mood. It’s a library you can truly hear.
Language
en
Duration
~18 hours (1071K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-05-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
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